Most engineers are familiar with the basic control system terms of sinking and sourcing, or the NPN and PNP terms from which they are derived. But how exactly do…
Most engineers are familiar with the basic control system terms of sinking and sourcing, or the NPN and PNP terms from which they are derived. But how exactly do those transistors play a role in inputs or outputs?
Many signal sources and process transmitters do not include isolation, which can cause problems when the instruments are…
Many signal sources and process transmitters do not include isolation, which can cause problems when the instruments are at different locations. A loop powered isolator is often the solution.
Carlo Gavazzi has released a single-phase electrical monitor device that is compact and has a backlit display to gather…
Carlo Gavazzi has released a single-phase electrical monitor device that is compact and has a backlit display to gather data about electrical system usage and real-time performance.
Powering low-voltage devices properly often requires adding a DC power supply to the cabinet. Mounting space, however, is…
Powering low-voltage devices properly often requires adding a DC power supply to the cabinet. Mounting space, however, is often at a premium. Prudently sensitive to market needs, vendors, including WAGO, continue to shrink the form to do more with less.
Opto 22's Groov Rio now includes a CODESYS runtime engine for a better degree of edge-of-network application control.
Opto 22's Groov Rio now includes a CODESYS runtime engine for a better degree of edge-of-network application control.
Emerson expands their G3 Fieldbus remote I/O platform to include a class A IO-Link master for expanded I/O possibilities.
Emerson expands their G3 Fieldbus remote I/O platform to include a class A IO-Link master for expanded I/O possibilities.
A key player on Beijer’s Nexto PLC bench, the BCS-NX3008 CPU was recently awarded UL and DNV certifications paving the…
A key player on Beijer’s Nexto PLC bench, the BCS-NX3008 CPU was recently awarded UL and DNV certifications paving the way for the future of Industry 4.0 automation and control.
Kollmorgen’s latest servo drive offers more power for intermittent motion control applications.
Kollmorgen’s latest servo drive offers more power for intermittent motion control applications.
LUTZE offers two new, more efficient/functional devices for its user-friendly line of power supplies.
LUTZE offers two new, more efficient/functional devices for its user-friendly line of power supplies.
OMRON recently released its new H5CC digital timer. Combining features from five OMRON designs, the Industry 4.0-ready…
OMRON recently released its new H5CC digital timer. Combining features from five OMRON designs, the Industry 4.0-ready device offers an easily accessible programming interface and predictive maintenance functionality in a compact package.
Function block diagram (FBD) programming is a common language for PLCs following the IEC 61131 standard. What is FBD, and…
Function block diagram (FBD) programming is a common language for PLCs following the IEC 61131 standard. What is FBD, and how does it differ from the familiar ladder logic programs?
Dold now offers a solid state relay (SSR) capable of burst firing mode for controlling electric heaters and infrared lamps.
Dold now offers a solid state relay (SSR) capable of burst firing mode for controlling electric heaters and infrared lamps.
Kollmorgen recently enhanced its AKD2G to deliver a more powerful drive that offers users better access to complex motion…
Kollmorgen recently enhanced its AKD2G to deliver a more powerful drive that offers users better access to complex motion capabilities in a simple, compact device.
Checking all the boxes needed for harsh industrial applications, Balluff’s IO-Link hubs are fit for duty without frills…
Checking all the boxes needed for harsh industrial applications, Balluff’s IO-Link hubs are fit for duty without frills or extra expense.
Control.com’s Director of Engineering got to explore IO-Link sensors and what he found might surprise you! Although…
Control.com’s Director of Engineering got to explore IO-Link sensors and what he found might surprise you! Although still considered an “emerging” technology, it’s clear IO-Link technology boasts several bonafide benefits over traditional sensors.
Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation took their popular servo drive line and right-sized it for easy installation on…
Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation took their popular servo drive line and right-sized it for easy installation on machines in the field or directly mounting to servo motors.
Phoenix Contact adds to its product family of panel PCs and IPCs with the Valueline 3, available in a standalone box or…
Phoenix Contact adds to its product family of panel PCs and IPCs with the Valueline 3, available in a standalone box or ready to integrate into a robust touch panel for industrial environments.
Some workplaces are more dangerous than others, not because of the practices, but rather the products. Where do…
Some workplaces are more dangerous than others, not because of the practices, but rather the products. Where do explosions occur, and what practices exist to reduce such risk for equipment and workforce?
Driving motors is one of the most fundamental automation tasks, but understanding and selecting the proper motor soft…
Driving motors is one of the most fundamental automation tasks, but understanding and selecting the proper motor soft starter for your application may require more investigation than you thought.
Direct current (DC) motors have existed since the late 19th century. What sets these motors apart from AC models, how do…
Direct current (DC) motors have existed since the late 19th century. What sets these motors apart from AC models, how do you control them, and how can you tell when it’s time to repair or replace them?
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